Russian Missile Strike on Sumy Amid Peace Talks

A Russian missile strike on the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy has resulted in significant damage and numerous injuries amidst ongoing ceasefire discussions between Russia and the US in Saudi Arabia. The attack on March 24 and 25 injured between 65 and 101 people, including 13 to 23 children, damaging residential buildings, a school, and a hospital. Despite the ceasefire talks, the strike highlights the challenges in achieving peace, as Russian forces continue to target Ukrainian cities. Ukrainian officials, including President Volodymyr Zelensky and Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, condemned the attack as evidence of Russia's disregard for peace efforts. Emergency services are actively involved in rescue and recovery operations, emphasizing the dire situation in Sumy, which frequently experiences drone and missile attacks due to its proximity to the Russian border. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely, hoping for a resolution to the conflict.